The 7 Best Vacuum Tube Clocks

We spent 25 hours on research, videography, and editing, to review the top selections for this wiki. If you've been searching for the perfect accent piece for your living space, consider purchasing a vacuum tube clock. Also known as Nixie clocks, the items collected here are both retro and high tech, and the assembly process is likely to appeal to hobbyists who love a challenge. If you aren't a soldering expert, there are also preassembled models that look every bit as cool.
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We spent 25 hours on research, videography, and editing, to review the top selections for this wiki. If you've been searching for the perfect accent piece for your living space, consider purchasing a vacuum tube clock. Also known as Nixie clocks, the items collected here are both retro and high tech, and the assembly process is likely to appeal to hobbyists who love a challenge. If you aren't a soldering expert, there are also preassembled models that look every bit as cool.
When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to support our work.
Skip to the best vacuum tube clock on Amazon.

7. NovelLife Elekstube

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The NovelLife Elekstube only simulates the effect of a Nixie, but it might please individuals who are more concerned with appearance than technology. It has plenty of features, too, including a stopwatch and programmable display colors.

6. Nixie Dream Retro

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The Nixie Dream Retro has a rustic, stained wood base and comes with a two-year warranty, so you can shop with confidence. What's more, four toggle-activated lighting effects make this a great option for a variety of spaces and occasions.

5. Millclock IN-14

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The Millclock IN-14 sports an attractive, cobalt blue backlight, but this can be turned off using a simple switch, if you prefer. Its convenient backup feature keeps track of the date and time in the event of a power outage.

4. Chronix Vintage

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The sleek Chronix Vintage has an acrylic case that shields each of its six delicate gas tubes from dust and damage. The base, which is constructed from durable wood, is finished with an attractive, high-shine black lacquer.

3. Nixie Clock Home DIY Kit

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Those who prefer an engaging project to a ready-made option will love the Nixie Clock Home DIY Kit, which requires an involved assembly process. Once it's up and running, you can use the remote control to change the settings from a distance.

1. Nuvitron Model Volta

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The Nuvitron Model Volta boasts a handsome wooden body and warm orange numbers that are easy to read even in well-lit rooms. This handmade model includes a DC power adapter, and can be set to display either 12- or 24-hour time.

Editor's Notes

February 19, 2019: Selected items that are shipped fully assembled, like the Chronix Vintage, in addition to products that are designed for hobbyists to put together themselves. We've also included several options for folks who seek a device that looks like a vacuum tube clock but doesn't require time-consuming assembly — or come with a hefty price tag. The Art & Artifact Radio, for instance, was chosen with this in mind.

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Taber is a writer from Santa Monica, CA, with a bachelor of arts in political science from the University of California, San Diego. After completing her degree, she began writing and editing copy for a host of high-traffic e-commerce websites. Her areas of expertise include the beauty, style, pet, and home products categories, and she has plenty of experience covering literature and art, too. Her personal interests in crafting and decorating inform her writing and -- she hopes -- add a good bit of insight to her work. Outside of copywriting, she is a reporter and columnist at a Los Angeles community newspaper and is currently pursuing a master of fine arts in creative writing.

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